Empowering township entrepreneurs with skills and opportunities
Welcome to EMPOWA HUB. Access learning & funding, find job opportunities, and build your career with our integrated platform.
Platform Features
Everything you need to grow your career and business
Skills Development
Access courses, training, and mentorship programs designed specifically for township entrepreneurs.
Job Opportunities
Find employment or hire talent through our job matching platform tailored for local businesses.
Funding Access
Connect with grants, loans, and investor opportunities to grow your business.
Seamless Payments
Multiple payment options including QR codes, USSD, and biometric authentication.
Secure Profile
Manage your personal and professional information with enterprise-grade security.
Secure by Design
Advanced security features including biometric authentication and data protection.
Success Stories
Hear from entrepreneurs who have transformed their careers with EMPOWA HUB
"EMPOWA HUB's Excel automation course helped me start a freelance business. I now earn R200/hour helping companies automate their spreadsheets!"
"As a young graduate struggling to find work, EMPOWA HUB's skills training gave me the confidence to start my own electrical services business."
Skills Development
Access courses, training, and mentorship programs
EMPOWA Courses
Practical skills for immediate income generation
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Retail Basics for Spaza Owners (6 weeks)
Learn inventory management, customer service, and financial basics
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Electrical Installations Level 2 (12 weeks)
Certified training for electricians
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Digital Skills: WhatsApp Business (2 weeks)
Leverage WhatsApp for customer engagement
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Agriculture Fundamentals (8 weeks)
Modern farming techniques for smallholders
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Basic Bookkeeping (4 weeks)
Manage your business finances effectively
Free Certificate Opportunities
Excel Automation Certificate Free
Master automation in Excel with our free course and earn up to R200/hour helping companies streamline their Excel tasks.
Earning Potential: R200 per hour helping businesses automate spreadsheets
Get Free CertificateOpen Source University Free Courses
Access free university-level courses in computer science, mathematics, and programming from the Open Source Society University.
Subjects: Computer Science, Data Science, Programming, Mathematics
Explore Free CoursesVideo Editing with Premiere Pro Free Training
Learn professional video editing with Premiere Pro and Canva. Perfect for social media content creation and freelance work.
Skills: Video editing, social media content, professional editing techniques
Start Video Editing CourseIT & Tech Skills Free Training
Build in-demand IT skills through The Airtable Academy. Learn database management, automation, and tech tools used by companies worldwide.
Career Path: IT Support, Database Management, Tech Administration
Learn IT SkillsPartner Programs
NYDA Life Skills Programme Official Partner
Essential skills for employability and entrepreneurship in a changing world.
Topics covered: Self-management, problem solving, teamwork, time management, leadership, and adaptability.
Access: Visit your closest NYDA branch or log on to: www.arp.nyda.gov.za
My Learning Progress
Track your courses, quizzes and certificates
Retail Basics for Spaza Owners
65% completed
Digital Skills: WhatsApp Business
Completed!
High-Income Skills Spotlight
Excel Automation Specialist
Earn R200/hour helping businesses automate spreadsheets and data processes.
Video Editor
Create content for businesses and earn R150-R300 per video project.
AGSA Chartered Accountant Bursary Bursary
Become a Chartered Accountant with full bursary support from first year through CTA level.
Apply at: Apply.agsa.co.za | Closing: 15 October 2025
Job Opportunities
Find employment or hire talent for your business
EMPOWA Partner Positions
Opportunities with our trusted business partners
| Role | Company | Location | Salary | |
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| Assistant Electrician | eKhaya Energy | Vosloorus | R8,500 - R10,000 | |
| Shop Manager | Phola Fresh | Soweto | R12,000 - R15,000 | |
| Agriculture Assistant | GreenFingers Co-op | Alexandra | R7,000 - R9,000 | |
| Sales Representative | Township Brands | Khayelitsha | R9,000 + commission |
NYDA Opportunities Official Partner
Current vacancies through our partnership with National Youth Development Agency
Executive & Specialist Roles
- Service Manager - Office of the Executive Chairperson (3 year contract)
- Executive Assistant - Office of the Executive Chairperson (5 year contract)
- Specialist Parliamentary Union & President (3 year contract)
- Specialist Member Ushers (5 year contract)
- Specialist Researcher (3 year contract)
- Manager Economic Development (3 year contract)
- Specialist Investments and Partnerships (3 year contract)
- Specialist Communications (3 year contract)
Internship Programme
Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (24 Months)
- Intern: Advocacy and Mainstreaming, Rights of Persons with Disabilities
- Intern: International Relations, Stakeholder Management
- Intern: Social Empowerment of Women (R7,860 monthly)
Closing Date: 29 September 2025
Post a Job
Are you hiring? Post your opportunity to our platform
Career Resources
Resume templates, interview tips, and career guidance
Funding Opportunities
Access grants, loans, and investor opportunities
NYDA Grant
Up to R50,000 for youth‑owned startups
Prepare a business plan and ID to apply for this grant opportunity.
SEDA Support
Mentorship and market access for SMEs
Mentorship, market access and training for SMEs nationwide.
Skills Funding
Learnerships for staff development
Learnerships for staff development (12–24 months).
#PachiPandaChallenge Green Tech
For innovative green tech solutions
For young South Africans (18-35) with innovative green tech solutions in water conservation, sustainable agriculture, energy solutions, waste management & recycling.
DESP Funding Creative Arts
Funding for young creatives
Funding opportunity for young creatives in arts and culture.
Opening: 16 September 2025
Closing: 09 October 2025
YANDA Program Nkangala District
Fully funded entrepreneurship program
Fully funded entrepreneurship program for SMMEs in Nkangala District with training, funding access, business registration, and design support.
Application Progress
Track your funding applications
NYDA Grant Application
Documents submitted - under review
Funding Resources
Tools to help with your applications
- Business Plan Template
- Budget Worksheet
- Grant Writing Guide
- Pitch Deck Examples
Payments
Send, receive, and manage your money securely
Payment Features Coming Soon
We're building a seamless payment experience for you
Our payment system will include QR codes, USSD functionality, biometric authentication, and integration with major banks.
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